photos by Bryon Houlgrave and Emily Peterson

One-time contests like cow chip throwing were on Wednesday's schedule alongside daily delights like the Red Trouser Show. 

Members of The Feel Right Band perform at the Iowa State Fair.

 

A little shade and a splash of water to keep cool on a hot day at the Fair.

 

Fairgoers looking at the butter cow display featuring famous Iowa athletes. 

 

Handing out hard-boiled eggs in the Agriculture Building. 

 

Members of The Red Trouser Show perform a juggling act as the Sly Glider makes its way over the grounds.

 

Produce aplenty at the Iowa State Fair on Wednesday, Aug. 16.

 

Gladiolus judging in the Agriculture Building showcases Iowans' green thumbs. 

 

Cookie judging at the Elwell Food Center showcases delightful cookie decorating. 

 

The 4H Steer Show featured young participants vying for their steer to be named Grand Champion.

 

Cow chip throwing participants worked on their form outside Pioneer Hall. 

 

Rubber chicken throwing contestants sought maximum distance in one the Fair's iconic contests. 

 

Wednesday's crowd made the Grand Concourse a sea of people.